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Dog walkers in Mission Viejo, CA
Anjanette V.
Mission Viejo, CA
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Looking for a reliable and loving companion for your furry friend? Look no further! I offer top-notch dog sitting and walking services tailored to your pet's needs. With years of experience and a genuine love for animals, I ensure your dog gets the exercise, attention, and care they deserve. Whether it's a fun walk in the park...
Anjanette can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I provide pet sitting in your own home, as well as, dog sitting in my clean home. I am a loving and caring Mom of three amazing kids and one Lab fur-baby. I have a great amount of experience in caring for dogs. I am Certified in Pet First Aid and CPR. I am passionate about the Health, Wellness and Fitness of dogs. I can sit with...
Therese can also help with: Pet sitting, boarding, administration of medicine, pet transportation, pet walking
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
4.8
(31)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Carri, I reside in Laguna Niguel. I have been dog walking, pet/house sitting for 30 years. I provide excellent care and companionship for your pet! I offer daily, weekly, overnight & extended care, feeding, yard cleanup & oversee medication(s).
It's vital to know that your pet is being loved & well cared for by a...
Carri can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, administration of medicine
5.0
"Amazing.
Punctual, very professional and knowledgeable. She gave us peace of mind by keeping us updated via texts which was a nice way to let us know our baby's activities. She completely kept to our 18 month olds schedule. Highly recommend!"
Care member
Wafaa D.
Irvine, CA
$22-50/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
My name is Wafaa. I am a mother of two kids. I am currently a stay at home mom. I work as a nanny a babysitter and a dog sitter on my free time. I love pets. I like to go on walks during my free time. For the past 3 years I have been dog sitting my friends dogs and I really enjoyed it.
Wafaa can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation, boarding
5.0
"Waffa really has a warm heart. When she took care of our dogs, she treated them like their dogs. I really appreciated"
Care member
4.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have more than 10 years of experience. I can help with Pet Transportation and Pet Walking. I love all pets and especially playing with them!! I can take care of them
4.0
"Rania watched my two dogs, a pit bull mix and a toy poodle chihuahua. She and her daughters walked them throughout the day. My dogs even got along very well with their own dog. Ranai was pleasant to work with and would definitely hire her again."
Paulina M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a dog lover who is interested in spending time with different dogs. I'm currently helping a friend with training her dog at Petsmart.
Zahra can also help with: Boarding, pet walking, daily feeding, pet sitting
5.0
"Shohreh was so sweet with our 10 month old son W. She was caring and took wonderful care of him. We will be calling her again soon to babysit!"
Brett B.
5.0
(1)
I love pets and have years of experience caring for them. I can walk dogs or take care of your animals while you are away. I will treat them like they are my own.
Michelle can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have had dogs all of my life including at one time 3 greyhounds. I have taken care of and walked dogs for 5 years and find I love our four legged friends more than I do most people. I have never met a dog I didn't like or that didn't like me. I have taken care of bunnies as well and have totally fallen in love with our long...
Christina can also help with: Boarding, pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Christina is the bee's knees. She's smart as a whip, punctual, incredible with communication, and full of heart. She's helped me with pet care, organizing, and gardening. She's incredibly thorough and strives always for excellence. Plus she's absolutely delightful."
Juliet A.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello:)! My name is Samantha and I am a college student home for the summer. I am a huge dog lover and have had lots of experience not only walking, but dog sitting as well. I am very active and very outgoing along with having a flexible schedule. Let me know if I am someone you would be interested in!
Samantha can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
5 years ago, after being laid off in the casinos and helping to raise my beautiful granddaughter, I started a new chapter in my life, I had no idea God would lead me into so many amazing lives.
A brief description of my skills:
I have spent the last 5 and half years taking care of others loved ones. Most of that time has...
Catheleen can also help with: Light cleaning, home modification, live-in home care, hospice services, dementia, errands & more
5.0
(1)
I am a previous owner and operator of a dog daycare. I have over 15 years of experience caring for pets. Owning and operating a dog daycare enabled me to work with all types of breeds. Whether your dog is super active, suffers from separation anxiety or elderly, I am able to be play or simply show them the love and compassion...
Jennifer can also help with: Pet sitting, boarding, pet transportation, pet walking, daily feeding
5.0
"Jennifer was so attentive to my senior dog's needs!"
Cinnamon T.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a 58-year-old mother of 3. Our children are now ages 29, 27 and 23. Over the past 20 + years I have been a stay home mom and volunteer. I enjoyed my days in the PTA, as a basketball coach, Brownie Troop Leader, Religious Education Teacher, Fundraiser for many organizations, Room mom, team mom, and also food pantry helper. I...
Joni can also help with: Personal care
5.0
"Joni is professional and a wonderful caregiver to my Mom. I highly recommend her for anyone needing the extra support."
Carol W.
5.0
(7)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am vaccinated.
Hi Family, I'm an experienced and responsible Nanny, I love interacting and taking care of children, having helped to raise 7 children between nieces and nephews, with a lot of experience with infant.
When I moved to CA, I have a lot of free time to give love and attention to the children I am taking care of....
Mari can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Mari was amazing, very punctual and super friendly with the kids. My 10 and 8 year old absolutely loved her and said they had a blast. She kept them busy at the resort we were staying for a wedding while in CA. I would absolutely recommend Mari!"
Gabriela B.
5.0
(1)
I'm always on time. . I'm very kind and sweet and caring and I am a nutrition coach
I'd describe my personality as sweet kind friendly
I like caring for seniors because they are fun and I love to listen to their stories and help them
I'm looking for a job that will allow me a nice place to stay in Newport Beach
I started...
Susan can also help with: Transportation, meal prep, errands, light cleaning
5.0
"Susan is a dependable, talented women that I had the pleasure of working with for 15+years, she is a very caring women and it's been a pleasure knowing her."
Tracy W.
Dora L.
Dana Point, CA
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Private Child Care Specialist Working With Infants And Preschool Children
5.0
(5)
Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
Thank you taking the time to review my profile. Please feel free to contact me directly for additional information as needed.
I am a highly energetic, caring, and fun-loving person. As a mother of three wonderful adult girls and six grandchildren between them, I know a great deal about babies and small children. In fact, with...
Dora can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Dora is a wonderful mix of cheerful kindness and intelligence. Every time she visits us she has a smile and puts forth so much effort to make sure that our 2 year old is well attended to. She cooks, is incredibly tidy and even takes time to play with the dog after...
Jill H.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Sydney. I am a student at Saddleback Community College majoring in Journalism. I moved to San Clemente over a year ago and started working in the food industry however, I am looking for a job with more flexible hours. As I thought of the many jobs I could possibly consider, nannying would be the perfect fit for...
Sydney can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, meal prep & more
5.0
"Sydney babysat my nieces for about three months. She's a very dependable and hard worker . She's very passionate for caring for children . My nieces is absolutely adored her. She's stuck to my daily routines for the little ones, and has already had a lot of...
peyton C.
4.5
(16)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
As a mama of an adorable 5yr. young kindergartener, I enjoy/value The Montessori & Waldorf Philosophies. In fact, I'm currently furthering my education in these programs. I believe children learn best through play, dance, & fun. Whether that be learning measurements & introductory math through baking, to learning about our...
Tahiry can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Tahiry is very patient with our children. Every time she comes to China, she takes care to prepare various toys and work materials, and sometimes takes the children to read books and make cakes. We have just come from China and have some difficulties in speaking...
Care member
5.0
(6)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I'm Rachel K! I created my own state pet sitting business and have managed it now for 17 years. I am known to be very patient, kind and loving when it comes to caring for animals. I set the bar high when it comes to my services, by going above and beyond expectation, and excelling in honestly, and integrity. Although I prefer...
Rachel can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, boarding, administration of medicine
5.0
"Very professional and responsible and easy to work with. Helped us out of a bind and would hire again for sure."
Feather R.
Elle B.
Ladera Ranch, CA
$17-22/hr
I have a lot of experience providing care for cats and dogs, and I love all animals! I'm open to taking care of pets, dog walking, and overnight care!
Elle can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Emma W.
Foothill Ranch, CA
$17-22/hr
I've done much dog walking before and have lots of experience with dogs and also cats as well, with watching them and walking dogs.
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Recent dog walker reviews from local pet parents in Mission Viejo, CA
Carri C.
5.0
Carri helped with our cat and fish. She was able to help last minute. She sent texts and photos updating us so we knew all was well. Great to know she is caring and trustworthy. Will definitely use again.
- Jaclyn P.
Wafaa D.
5.0
Waffa really has a warm heart. When she took care of our dogs, she treated them like their dogs. I really appreciated
- Care member
Rania K.
4.0
Rania watched my two dogs, a pit bull mix and a toy poodle chihuahua. She and her daughters walked them throughout the day. My dogs even got along very well with their own dog. Ranai was pleasant to work with and would definitely hire her again.
- Paulina M.
Zahra J.
5.0
Shohreh was so sweet with our 10 month old son W. She was caring and took wonderful care of him. We will be calling her again soon to babysit!
- Brett B.
Christina N.
5.0
Look no further for a pet sitter! Christina is so reliable, caring and sweet! Our family felt so comfortable leaving our home and pet in her hands. We will absolutely hire her again.
- Amy M.
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FAQs for finding dog walkers near you in Mission Viejo, CA
How much do dog walkers charge near me in Mission Viejo, CA?
A local dog walker near you in Mission Viejo, CA will cost you an average of $20.05 per hour. This rate is based on Care.com's data as of March 2025 and may vary depending on the services that you request and your specific situation.
What is the best way in 2025 to find dog walkers near me in Mission Viejo, CA?
Care.com has 21 dog walkers offering services in Mission Viejo, CA. You can search for a dog walker by filtering by distance from Mission Viejo or your zip code. From there, compare your options by reading about the specific dog walking services they provide, their experience with dogs, and their hourly rate. You can also read reviews from other pet parents from Mission Viejo to help you decide if the provider is a good fit.
Is hiring a dog walker near me in Mission Viejo, CA worth it?
Hiring a dog walker is a great way to eliminate worry and guilt when your dog is home alone for many hours, while also being a good way to keep your dog fit, happy and well socialized. You can read reviews from other pet parents living in Mission Viejo, CA to help decide if hiring a particular dog walker will be worth it for you.
Is it safe to hire a dog walker near me in Mission Viejo, CA?
When searching for dog walkers near you in Mission Viejo, CA, you can use Care.com to start your search. All dog walkers on Care.com are asked to complete an annual background check called a CareCheck and any dog walkers who complete the Care Checkhave a badge on their profile displaying the date it was run so you can easily recognize them. CareChecks are a great place to start, but we strongly advise that you take additional steps to ensure you feel comfortable with the dog walker you hire, such as running your own background check and asking for references. You can visit our Safety Center to learn more.
How many dog walkers in my area are available to hire near me in Mission Viejo, CA?
On Care.com, there are currently 21 dog walkers near you in Mission Viejo, CA that you can get to know. You can review dog walker profiles to see who has the experience you’re looking for and who will take on the responsibilities you need help with.